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arcsum68
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Mar 25, 2020

Will fridge run off tow vehicle on batts on TT?

Simple question, but I cannot seem to find an answer. Every search results in "will my TV charge the batteries". Normally wouldn't care, but here's the scenario. Just got a new to me TT but I pla...
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wolfe10
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Mar 25, 2020
With no battery in the trailer and only a 2 hour drive, I would absolutely just pre-cool the refrigerator and turn it off.

Or, even better, freeze a couple of quart soda bottles and place them in the refrigerator for the trip.

I would be a little concerned about running the refrigerator directly off the TV with no battery in the trailer-- the refrigerator PC board may not appreciate the voltage spikes. Yes, minor risk, but why risk it at all.

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